
In what has become yet another public clash linked to the tragic death of Nigerian singer, Mohbad, the late artist’s brother, Adura, has come out guns blazing against controversial online personality, VeryDarkMan, accusing him of using Mohbad’s death to gain popularity and chase clout. In a scathing outburst that has since gone viral, Adura didn’t mince words as he slammed VeryDarkMan for what he described as “talking dust” and acting as though his brother’s death was some kind of personal achievement.
“If no be my brother’s d3ath, you no go get mouth dey talk to me,” Adura wrote furiously, clearly infuriated by recent comments or behavior by VeryDarkMan, whose growing social media following has been heavily fueled by his commentary on trending issues. “Who you be sef?” Adura continued, calling the outspoken activist a “clout chaser” who is riding on the coattails of Mohbad’s painful demise.
Adura, visibly fed up with what he perceives as performative activism, said he has already “handed” VeryDarkMan over to controversial singer Portable — an indirect jab suggesting VeryDarkMan is only fit to be in the chaotic and drama-filled space that Portable often represents online. “Na those wey you dey impress with money need you, no be me,” Adura added, distancing himself from the influencer and warning him to tread carefully.
The message quickly captured attention across social media platforms, not just for its emotional weight but for its deeper implications about ongoing tension in the wake of Mohbad’s death — a tragedy that shook the Nigerian entertainment scene in 2023. Since then, numerous figures, from activists to celebrities, have attached themselves to the case, demanding justice, giving their own hot takes, and, in some instances, drawing the ire of the deceased’s family for making the story more about themselves than about truth and healing.
“Make you no forget say na death chat us,” Adura warned VeryDarkMan, making it clear that their paths crossed only because of the tragedy that befell his brother. “I no sabi you, and I no dey look your lane,” he asserted, essentially declaring that he neither knows nor cares for VeryDarkMan outside the context of the incident.
But he didn’t stop there.
Adura’s message took a more spiritual tone as he invoked divine justice. “Continue dey work for your paymaster – God go visit you,” he wrote ominously. “The spirit of my brother no go rest until justice reach your doorstep. You fit deceive people, but heaven dey watch. Keep playing, judgment no dey forget address.”
These words sparked a wave of reactions across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and other platforms, where fans and observers are now divided. While many rallied behind Adura, praising him for speaking out against perceived opportunism, others defended VeryDarkMan, arguing that he has been one of the few voices consistently demanding justice for Mohbad and keeping the issue in public consciousness.
The timing of this public fallout is also notable. With investigations into Mohbad’s cause of death dragging on with minimal public updates and many feeling that justice has been delayed — if not denied — emotions remain high. In such a sensitive climate, any appearance of exploitation or performative concern is likely to trigger backlash, as Adura’s post demonstrates.
For those unfamiliar with the context, VeryDarkMan is a social media activist known for his fiery takes on trending issues and unfiltered style of delivery. He has become a recognizable figure among Nigerian youth for his unapologetic videos where he calls out societal injustice, celebrity antics, and controversial topics. But with that visibility comes criticism, especially from those who feel his methods are more about building a personal brand than achieving real change.
Mohbad, born Ilerioluwa Aloba, died under mysterious circumstances in September 2023, just aged 27. His death immediately drew suspicion due to his documented struggles with depression, disputes with his former record label Marlian Music, and claims of harassment. The outpouring of grief and calls for justice were massive, sparking protests and social media campaigns under the hashtag #JusticeForMohbad.
In the months following, several influencers, legal analysts, and celebrities threw their weight behind the cause. VeryDarkMan was one of them. But now, Adura’s call-out raises an uncomfortable question: when does advocacy cross into exploitation?
“Clout chaser,” Adura repeated, suggesting that VeryDarkMan’s involvement in the matter has been more about fame than fairness. His statement echoes a growing sentiment among some Nigerians who believe the justice campaign surrounding Mohbad’s death has, for some, turned into a tool for personal promotion rather than sincere concern.
The controversy also reignites conversations about digital morality — how tragedy is consumed, packaged, and monetized in the age of social media. With influencers thriving on engagement, and algorithms rewarding outrage and emotional content, the line between advocacy and attention-seeking has never been blurrier. And in emotionally charged cases like Mohbad’s, it’s the grieving families who often end up re-traumatized.
Adura’s declaration that “the spirit of my brother no go rest until justice reach your doorstep” also underlines the spiritual weight placed on justice in Nigerian culture — where unresolved deaths are believed to carry consequences beyond the physical realm. His parting words, “judgment no dey forget address,” serve as both a warning and a curse, a reminder that even in a digital world where narratives can be manipulated, divine retribution is still feared.
While VeryDarkMan has not yet officially responded to Adura’s outburst, it’s almost certain that a reply is on the way. Given his history of addressing criticism head-on, observers are bracing for another round of digital fireworks.
One thing is clear — the case of Mohbad’s death remains deeply emotional and far from resolved. And as more voices enter the conversation, the question remains whether these contributions are helping or hindering the path to justice. For Adura, the answer is painfully simple: “You use my brother d3ath take trend. God go visit you.”